First Dates star set to open Lincoln tea room in mum’s memory
He may have failed to find love on Channel 4 reality show First Dates, but Lincoln businessman Des Davis is throwing himself into a new passion – a traditional English tea room named in tribute to his...
View ArticleNew Fever & Boutique nightclub set to open in Lincoln
Work has begun to transform the former Lola Lo’s in Lincoln into a new twin-themed nightclub, following a £250,000 investment. Fever & Boutique on High Street is set to open its doors with a fresh...
View ArticleSale of Danwood leaves question mark over more than 100 Lincoln jobs
National managed print service provider Apogee has confirmed its acquisition of Danwood, reportedly leaving more than 100 jobs in Lincoln at risk. The sale has been agreed for an undisclosed sum. The...
View ArticleFamily to sell 23-year-old Lincoln cake business
Bespoke cake design store Sugarart of Lincoln has been put up for sale after 23 years of business. The store will continue to trade at its High Street location and owners are hoping to find a buyer who...
View ArticleNew owners take over Russell Payne & Co in Lincoln
Lincoln accountancy practice Russell Payne & Co has been bought by established Lincolnshire company Dexter and Sharpe. Russell Payne & Co, which had a turnover of £1.1 million and 25 members of...
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Ruddocks of Lincoln to close after more than 140 years
One of the city’s oldest family businesses Ruddocks of Lincoln is set to close its doors next month. Owner Henry Ruddock told The Lincolnite on Friday, March 3 the High Street shop, which sells...
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Award-winning chef to bring first pop-up restaurant to 2017 Lincolnshire Show
Food fanatics who’ve been wanting to sample the Lincolnshire Chef’s menus will be in luck as he is bringing a pop-up version of his restaurant to the Lincolnshire Show this year. Steven Bennett is the...
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Shoppers share memories of Ruddocks of Lincoln after closure announcement
Shoppers across Lincoln are reeling after the news that one of the city’s oldest businesses would be leaving the High Street next month after more than 160 years. Ruddocks of Lincoln is set to close...
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Pub of the year: Dambusters Inn blows other Lincoln pubs out of the water
The Dambusters Inn at Scampton has retained its title as Lincoln Pub of the Year. The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) voted based on the quality of its beer, atmosphere, service and community focus. The...
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Olympics seamstress to open sewing-themed cafe in Lincoln
A Lincoln entrepreneur whose past career has seen her working with Adidas at the Olympics and making intricate theatre costumes is to open a new themed cafe in the city. Christine Spencer, 56, is...
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A brielliant idea! Lincoln business launches Lincoln City cheese pack
Lincoln City fans can support their team with a limited-edition cheese pack in the run up to the match with Arsenal on Saturday. The Cheese Society, based in Lincoln, have put together a special range...
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Plans for Lincoln lodge-style hotel to be decided
The City of Lincoln planning committee are set to consider plans for a new 27-bedroom hotel on March 8, which could create up to 20 jobs. The application has been submitted by Marston Estates Ltd for a...
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Independent businesses call for more security in Lincoln
Independent businesses in Lincoln’s Bailgate are calling on authorities to do more to help protects them from vandalism and theft. Business owners in the area are calling for more CCTV and police...
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Developers buy land from Lincoln council for new budget hotel
A new 127 bedroom Travelodge has moved forward with plans to come to Lincoln following the purchase of land on Tentercroft Street, where work is expected to start in autumn pending planning approval....
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University of Lincoln awarded share of £30m to improve skills
The University of Lincoln is to receive a share of £29.5 million which will help create jobs, support businesses and encourage growth. Communities Secretary Sajid Javid has confirmed on Thursday, March...
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Henry’s Tea Room to close with Ruddocks of Lincoln next month
Henry’s Tea Room will now close at the same time as Ruddocks of Lincoln on April 15 due to access after the store’s closure. A post on the tea room’s Facebook page announced that despite original plans...
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‘What’s the secret password?’ Lincoln speakeasy bar to open next month
Entrepreneurs behind a new speakeasy-style bar in Lincoln, complete with fake electrical store frontage and ‘rockstar’ waiting staff, have revealed they’ll be welcoming their first customers on Easter...
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Lincoln petrol station reopens after £750k refurb with pharmacy attached
The Co-op filling station on Carholme Road has re-opened after a £750,000 investment – alongside a new pharmacy, which is set to open inside. The new Lincolnshire Co-op pharmacy will move into the...
View ArticleLincoln village Post Office moving to Lincolnshire Co-op after £250k refit
A post office in Saxilby will receive a new home as part of Lincolnshire Co-op food store’s £250,000 refit. The store on High Street will get a fresh look with more chilled and hot food to go and a...
View ArticleFirst look inside Lincoln’s new twin-themed nightclub Fever & Boutique
Fever & Boutique nightclub is set to open its doors on March 17 in the former Lola Lo on Lincoln High Street. The basement nightclub has been completely refurbished with an investment of £250,000...
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